Role and Functions of the World Health Organisation
WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health.
Role of WHO
Their primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the UN's system. The role of the World Health Organisation is to promote health for all, eliminate poverty, ensure essential medicines are accessible and coordinate specific disease programs.
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WHO's main objective is the attainment by all people of the highest possible level of health. - Providing leadership on global health matters - Articulating evidence-based policy options - Shaping the health research agenda - Setting norms and standards - Monitoring and assessing health trends - Providing technical support to countries